
Aye-Ye-Kwee
Frankie Myers is a Yurok Tribal member, currently serving his second and final term as Vice Chairman of the Yurok Tribe. Mr. Myers was born and raised on the Yurok Indian Reservation. Today, he and his wife are raising five children in the traditional village of Kenek, where his ancestors have lived since time immemorial.
His Story
Known for his adeptness in fostering connections between diverse groups, Frankie has collaborated with a range of stakeholders including for-profit corporations, family farmers/ranchers, conservation groups, and tribal, state, and federal lawmakers. His leadership was instrumental in the successful removal of four fish-killing dams on the Klamath River as part of the largest salmon habitat restoration project in world history. Frankie oversaw the creation and building of multiple tribal coporation including construction and environmental restoration businesses that collectively employ hundreds of individuals. He has spearheaded numerous high-profile initiatives for the Tribe, resulting in significant economic contributions to the region totaling half a billion dollars. As part of the historic California Truth and Healing Council Frankie has a unique perspective and understanding of the issue facing Indian Country today. While running for State Assembly Mr. Myers gained valuable insight into the political proccess and developed honest relationships throughout the California State Legislator. At his core Frankie draws of his Tribes spiritual believes of the Wa-neek-Wa-ley-Ga (Fix the World Ceremony) that focus on the role that humans play in creating and maintaining balance in our ecosystems and wealth in our society.
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